Rollè di macinato con teglia di verdure is that kind of polpettone di carne macinata you'd totally find at a family table in Emilia-Romagna—especially when guests drop by. You know, this dish really stands out by mixing moist ground meat, fresh herbs, and authentic Parmigiano Reggiano straight from the region. And look, you get this awesome blend where the meat stays so tender thanks to the cheese and the super careful way it’s cooked. Inside, it's packed with sautéed greens, lightly cooked with garlic and olive oil for that savory Mediterranean kick. It's not just your regular rotolo di carne macinata—it comes with a roasted veggie tray that gives you those crispy edges and a splash of color on your plate. Pretty simple. It's a classic Sunday second course but, seriously, it's handy 'cause you can prep it ahead of time and finish it in the oven when your friends show up.
In Northern Italy, people love keeping it simple but flavorful. This rollè di carne macinata is a great example. The colors from the roasted veggies make the meal look so golden and extra inviting, almost like you worked way way harder than you did. The Parmigiano and herbs make every bite really rich, and the roasted vegetables have a sweet and tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the juicy, moist meat roll. And you know, even if you're not a pro, this dish gives you that homemade vibe. Feels special, yet it’s chill enough for a weeknight. People often call it a polpettone fatto in casa or a polpettone ripieno if you fill it with extra greens or cheese. Either way, it fits perfectly with those cozy Northern Italian dinners where the food looks good, tastes even better, and somehow makes everyone linger just a little longer around the table. For sure. Whether for a festive gathering or a simple family dinner, this dish brings a touch of Italian warmth and simplicity to any meal, making it a beloved choice in many homes. And the sauce? Perfect.
To prepare the ground meat roll with the vegetable tray, start by preparing the roll: wash the greens, cut them 1, and cook them in a pan with a drizzle of oil and a clove of garlic 2 until tender 3.
Once cooked, chop the greens 4 and set them aside to cool. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, place the ground meat, add the eggs, grated cheese 5, and the chopped aromatic herbs 6,
the breadcrumbs 7. Mix the dough with your hands to combine all the ingredients 8. Take a sheet of plastic wrap and place it on a work surface, and spread the ground meat over it, shaping the dough into a rectangle of about 9x10 inches 9.
Spread the filling on top: first a layer of greens 10 and then a layer of grated Parmesan cheese (11-12).
Roll up the roll using the plastic wrap (13-14), making sure to seal the two ends with the ground meat 15.
Press the ground meat into the plastic wrap so that it takes the shape of the roll 16. Once you have the roll, place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush it with olive oil 17. Bake the roll in a Samsung 3 oven using the automatic setting for single cooking A-12, placing the tray on the lower shelf, turning the roll halfway through cooking when the oven beeps. Before finishing cooking, move it to the top shelf to get a crispy crust. While the roll cools, take care of the vegetables: wash the broccoli, separate the florets from the central stem, and cut them in half 18.
Wash and trim the zucchini, cut them in half lengthwise, and then into wedges 19. Wash the carrots and cut them using the same method as the zucchini 20. Continue by washing the potatoes, then peel them and cut them into small wedges the same size as the other vegetables to ensure even cooking 21.
Finally, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes 22. Finely chop the aromatic herbs: rosemary, bay leaf, thyme, and sage 23. Blanch the carrots for a few minutes 24 and
the potatoes 25. Take a large tray, pour in a drizzle of oil 26, and transfer all the previously cut vegetables inside, seasoning with the chopped herbs 27
a clove of garlic, salt 28, ground pepper, and then cover them with a layer of breadcrumbs 29. Cook in a Samsung 3 oven using the automatic setting for single cooking A17 (roasted vegetables), at the end of the program, move the tray to the top shelf and turn on the grill for a few minutes to achieve a better browning 30. The dishes are ready: slice the ground meat roll and serve it with the roasted vegetable tray.
